"A Peace of Silence" Submission Form

Introduction & Submission Form

My name is Michelle Bowen, and I’m an artist based in New York, USA. If you’re reading this, I hope it means you’re interested in joining this global art and peace movement called, "A Peace of Silence." The initiative centers on something we rarely pay attention to: ambient room tone—the subtle sound a space makes when no one is speaking. It’s the quiet presence that holds a room together, carrying its character, its emotion, and its spirit. My intention is to gather these acoustic “heartbeats” from people around the world. By sharing a moment of your silent room tone, you’re offering a small but meaningful piece of your life. Each recording becomes part of a continuously evolving single global sound—one that grows with every submission and stands as a living symbol of peace, connection, and our shared humanity. Participants are encouraged to record their “peace of silence” at home, though any meaningful indoor environment is welcome.
Four (4) simple steps to record your quiet room tone:
- Choose an inside space, close all windows and doors, shut off unecessary items.
- Holding your mobile phone sideways*, open to video mode, point the camera at anything you want in your chosen space. Make sure your microphone is on!
- Press record to capture approximately 90 seconds of audio and video. Remain as still and quiet as possible.
- Upload file below (be patient as it may take a couple of minutes).
*Photo below shows how to hold your mobile phone sideways while video recording.
Upload your "Peace of Silence" file here (1 GB maximum):*

Note: If you have an issue, you can send your file to michellebowenart@gmail.com or +1‑518‑281‑2987 via iMessage or WhatsApp.
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If you didn't provide an email above, please share another way to reach you if I have questions about your submission (e.g., Instagram handle, WhatsApp number).
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By checking this box, I acknowledge that this is a labor-of-love art project with no expectation of profit. Any unforeseen profits will be donated to a recognized peace-focused organization. I also agree that my uploaded video/audio may be used in various art projects, formats, installations, and music compositions. I understand that copyrights are owned by the artist, Michelle Bowen, and I waive any copyright claims.*

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Thank you for your submission. Kind regards, Michelle Bowen, artist

For more information about this project and the artist visit: http://michellebowenart.com
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Introduction & Submission Form